2000 Rover 25 1.6L Petrol · V232 MVC
2000 Rover 25 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2000. Recorded mileage 79,352 miles. MOT expired on 11 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,352 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V232 MVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2024
- 79,352 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V232 MVC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Rover 25 (V232 MVC) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
V232 MVC Mileage History
- 26/01/202274,909 mi
- 02/02/202274,909 mi
- 02/02/202377,314 mi+2,405 mi
- 06/02/202377,337 mi+23 mi
- 23/01/202479,352 mi+2,015 mi
Average of roughly 2,232 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Rover Rover 25
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: ROVER 25
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (HGF)(Serious)
The 1.1, 1.4, 1.6, and 1.8 engines are all prone to gasket failure due to plastic dowels and a small coolant capacity.
- Rusting Rear Arches(Moderate)
Water gets trapped behind the lip of the rear wheel arches, causing rust to rot through from the inside.
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